The defamation case involving BJP MP and Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut and Bibi Mahinder Kaur has reached a crucial stage after a Bathinda court rejected Kangana’s request to appear through video conferencing. The court has now directed the actress to be physically present on January 15, making it clear that she must face the proceedings in person.
Kangana Ranaut had earlier sought permission to attend the hearing virtually, citing security concerns. However, the court was not convinced by her plea and ruled that her presence in the courtroom is mandatory. With this decision, the legal process in the high-profile defamation case is set to move forward without delay.
Reacting strongly to the court’s order, Bibi Mahinder Kaur welcomed the decision and said Kangana Ranaut cannot avoid the law. She asserted that the actress must respect the judicial system and appear before the court as directed. In a firm statement, she said that Kangana cannot fail to show up, adding that she will be brought before the court if she tries to evade the hearing.
Bibi Mahinder Kaur also rejected Kangana Ranaut’s claim of facing a threat to her life in Bathinda. She said farmers are busy with their own lives and work and have no interest in targeting anyone. According to her, Kangana is acting out of ego and fear rather than any real danger, and she must now face justice like any ordinary citizen.
The defamation case originates from remarks made by Kangana Ranaut during the farmers’ protest, which Bibi Mahinder Kaur alleged were defamatory and harmed her reputation. Since then, the matter has gone through several stages in court and has attracted national attention due to its political and social significance, especially in Punjab.
Legal experts believe the Bathinda court’s refusal to allow video conferencing sends a strong message that no individual, regardless of celebrity or political status, can seek special treatment in the legal system. The court’s order emphasizes that everyone is equal before the law and must follow the same procedures.
With the January 15 hearing now confirmed, all eyes will be on Bathinda as Kangana Ranaut prepares to appear in person. Her presence could become a turning point in the case, potentially pushing the trial into a more decisive phase.
The court’s firm stance also indicates that the judiciary is determined to move the case forward without unnecessary delays. As the date approaches, the legal battle between Kangana Ranaut and Bibi Mahinder Kaur continues to draw widespread public and media attention, making it one of the most closely watched defamation cases in the country.